One year ago, they were just college sweethearts watching the NBA Draft from the couch. This year, their story became part of draft night history. South Carolina women’s basketball star Chloe Kitts revealed that her boyfriend called his shot a year earlier. Collin Murray-Boyles made it true at the 2025 NBA Draft.
Chloe Kitts Shares Collin Murray-Boyles’ NBA Draft Prediction That Came True
Murray-Boyles was picked 9th overall by the Toronto Raptors at the 2025 NBA Draft. Following his name being called, he appeared visibly shocked–shaking his head and seemingly letting out an F-bomb. Some fans speculated his and his girlfriend’s expressions were disappointment with the draft outcome.
Later in an interview, Murray-Boyles clarified that it “was a surreal moment” for him, something he had predicted a year earlier. Recently, Kitts revealed that personal prediction in a heartfelt Instagram post: “It’s crazy to think that last year we were sitting on the couch watching the draft, and you looked at me and said, ‘That’ll be me next year.’ And now… it is you.”
“Watching you get drafted into the NBA was one of the most powerful, emotional moments I’ve ever experienced not just because of what it means, but because I know the sacrifice, the long nights, the setbacks, and the quiet battles it took to get here.”
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Kitts helped lead the Gamecocks to the 2024 national championship and returned to the title game in 2025, averaging 10.2 points and 7.7 rebounds per game. She and Murray-Boyles began dating in 2023 and went public on Instagram in December 2024. It’s really great that Murray-Boyles made that bold claim in front of her, and she chose the perfect time to flex that moment.
Kitts continued in her post, “You earned this with everything you are. I am endlessly proud of you. But more than that, you inspire me. The way you chase your dreams makes me want to chase mine even harder. I’ll be right here beside you through every chapter. God has a special plan for you and I am excited to watch it fall into place. I love u c. Still can’t guard me though :)”
As soon as Kitts shared her heartfelt post, others in the community, not just her fans, also showed love. The rookie guard also expressed his appreciation to Kitts for supporting him throughout the journey. He simply wrote in the comments, “MY ❤️.”
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After dominating in his sophomore season with averages of 16.8 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game, the 20-year-old is ready to start his new chapter with the Raptors. With him now in Toronto, Kitts’ life might be changing too, as their destinations have split. It remains to be seen how their careers unfold in the coming days.
